Add another Google Voice number to your account (2024)

FAQs

Can I add a second Google Voice number to my account? ›

As a general rule, your Google Voice account can have only one number associated with it. If you already have a Google Voice number, you can transfer it to your Google Fiber Phone number, or choose a new Google Fiber Phone number, which replaces your Google Voice number.

Is it possible to port more than one number to Google Voice? A Google Voice account has one phone number. If you want two numbers, you will need two Google Voice accounts. If you just want two phone numbers to connect to Google Voice, port one number, and have the second one call forward to your Google Voice number.

If you use your Google Voice number on multiple devices, incoming calls and texts will ring or be sent to all of the linked devices at the same time. However, you can only make outbound calls from one device at a time.

One time in a 12 month period. Since Google Voice is designed to be your "number for life", you really shouldn't need to change it very frequently.

The simplest way to get two phone numbers on one phone is by signing up for a VoIP phone service. This allows you to gain access to a VoIP phone number, which you can use to make and receive calls using an app on your mobile phone and computer. If you have a team, that can enable your team to have a BYOD policy.

You can also move your Google Voice number to another Google Account. Only your Google Voice number transfers to the new account. Your call history and voicemails don't transfer to the new account. You can only transfer your number once every 4 months.

How do I add another Google Assistant account? ›

Add another account to a device

On your Android phone or tablet, say "Hey Google, open Assistant settings." Make sure you're signed in to the additional account you want to use: Next to your email address, tap the Down arrow . If the account isn't listed, tap Add another account.

While you can't have two free Google Voice numbers, you can get a second phone number through Google Fiber Phone, a VoIP phone service that's designed to replace landlines. To get one number each on Google Fiber and Voice, you'll have to follow a somewhat complex setup process: 1.

Post-porting issues

Here are some of the limitations that Google Voice users have reported: The absence of a dedicated desktop app. Texting limits. Incompatibility with toll-free numbers.

After you're on the call, add the other participants when they dial in. You're alerted when you have an incoming call. To accept other calls, press 5 after hearing a message about starting a conference call. To record a conference call in Google Voice, go to Settings > Calls and turn on Incoming call options.

Try verifying with another number,” it usually means someone was assigned your phone number before you and used it to claim a Google Voice number. You can only use a phone number once to claim a Google Voice number. So, you'll need to use a different phone number to verify your account.